French tennis star Gael Monfils celebrated a special milestone with a touching tribute to his wife, Elina Svitolina.
The couple, who have become one of tennis’s most beloved duos, marked their fourth wedding anniversary on July 16, and Monfils shared a heartfelt message on social media that captured the emotion and depth of their journey together.
“Four years ago, we got married. Since that day, we’ve been building a life full of love, laughter, and beautiful memories,” Monfils wrote. “Today, I look at this photo… and I realize I have everything. Seeing you both is my greatest victory. Thank you for being there, thank you for being you. I love you both more than anything.”
The post, accompanied by a photo of Svitolina and their daughter Skai, went instantly viral, eliciting a plethora of reactions online.
For the uninitiated, Monfils and Svitolina began dating in 2019, and their relationship quickly became a favorite among tennis fans.
They weren’t just a couple off the court — they became a brand of their own, co-founding the joint Instagram account “G.E.M.S. Life,” giving a glimpse into their travel, training, and life together on tour. In July 2021, they tied the knot in Geneva, Switzerland.
The past four years have brought both triumph and challenge for the couple. Injuries and time away from the game have tested their resilience, but their support for each other has remained constant.
In October 2022, they welcomed their daughter Skai, a moment that both described as life-changing.
Despite taking time off from tennis for maternity and injury recovery, both players have made inspiring returns to the tour. Svitolina made headlines with her impressive comeback in 2023, including a quarterfinal run at Wimbledon and a stirring performance at the French Open, where she reached the quarterfinals just months after giving birth.
Monfils, too, continues to defy age, often speaking about how becoming a father has shifted his perspective, giving him added motivation both on and off the court.
Their story is more than just about tennis, and as Monfils so beautifully put it, the greatest victories in life aren’t always on the scoreboard.